Poha Chivda (Indian Flattened Rice Snack) Recipe Recipe

Name: Poha Chivda (Indian Flattened Rice Snack) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds; 3 green Thai chillies slit lengthwise; 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 15 curry leaves; 1/2 cup roughly chopped cashew nuts; 1/2 cup roasted peanuts; 1/2 cup toasted dried coconut slices (optional); 2 tablespoons golden raisins; 2 cups; (also called beaten rice); Kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
3 green Thai chillies slit lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
15 curry leaves
1/2 cup roughly chopped cashew nuts
1/2 cup roasted peanuts
1/2 cup toasted dried coconut slices (optional)
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 cups
(also called beaten rice)
Kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoon sugar

1
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat until shimmering. In quick succession add the mustard, cumin, and fennel seeds. Stand back to avoid splatter. Stir until fragrant and the seeds pop, about 30 seconds. Add green chillies, asafoetida, turmeric powder, and curry leaves. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low.
2
Add cashew, peanuts, coconut slices. Fry till the cashew turns golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add raisins and stir to combine. Add flattened rice, salt, and sugar and stir very gently until the rice is totally coated yellow with the flavoured oil and nuts. Remove from heat, spread on absorbent kitchen towel and cool. Adjust seasoning if needed. Store in an air tight container in a dry place for up to 2 months

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Poha Chivda (Indian Flattened Rice Snack) Recipe falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Poha Chivda (Indian Flattened Rice Snack) Recipe

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